When it comes to creating the perfect stage environment, every detail matters—from lighting angles to backdrop colours to how sound behaves within a space. Among the most important elements in any performance venue are the drapes that frame the stage, absorb light, reduce sound reflections, and help control the overall ambience. Theatre Molton curtains have become the industry standard for achieving all of these functions with reliability, versatility, and professional-grade quality. For theatres across Australia, choosing the right stage fabric is not just about aesthetics; it is about performance, safety, and creating an environment where artists, technicians, and audiences all feel the difference. Installation Theatrical Engineering provides high-quality Molton curtains tailored to meet the demands of modern performance venues. What Are Theatre Molton Curtains? Molton (often called Duvetyne in some regions) is a heavyweight cotton fabric treated to be flame-retardant. It featur...
Wool fabric can help to decrease light penetration significantly. They do not entirely block out light, but they can have a significant dampening impact. Again, the thicker the material and the more pleats there are, the less light will be able to pass through. Furthermore, when used as a backdrop, it reflects very little light, so when bright stage lights are directed at it, most of the light is absorbed.